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HJR708 Alabama 2011 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Session
Regular Session 2011
Title
Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative, commended
Summary

Alabama's House Joint Resolution HJR708 commends Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative for helping restore power quickly after the April 27, 2011 tornado outbreak.

What This Bill Does

The resolution formally praises Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative for its rapid response and the workers who helped repair the damage, aiding recovery for survivors. It acknowledges that thousands of Alabamians had power restored ahead of schedule because of such utility efforts. A copy of the resolution is sent to the company as formal recognition.

Who It Affects
  • Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative – receives formal commendation from the Alabama Legislature.
  • Alabama residents affected by the April 2011 tornadoes – benefited from faster power restoration due to the cooperative's and other utilities' efforts.
Key Provisions
  • Commends Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative for its exceptional service in the aftermath of the tornadoes.
  • Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided to the company as formal recognition.
AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects
Resolutions, Congratulatory

Bill Actions

Delivered to Governor at 12:02 p.m. on June 1, 2011.

Assigned Act No. 2011-500.

Clerk of the House Certification

Signature Requested

Enrolled

Passed Second House

Beason motion to Concur In and Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Received in Senate and referred to the Senate committee on Rules

Galliher motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

Reported from Rules

Introduced and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Rules

Bill Text

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature